luster

• اسم يدل على اللمعان أو البريق الناتج عن انعكاس الضوء، وعلى اللمعان المميز الفائق للمعتاد، ويُستعمل أيضًا للدلالة على الطبقة السطحية اللامعة على الخزف أو الصيني.

A noun referring to a quality of shining with reflected light or a distinctive brilliance that surpasses the ordinary, also used for a surface coating on ceramics or porcelain.

1. Exceptional brilliance or distinctionB2formal

   A quality that surpasses the ordinary, bringing fame, glory, or distinction.

   بَهاء

   • Her performance added luster to the entire production.
   • The award brought new luster to his already impressive career.
   • The team's victory gave luster to the school's reputation.

   المرادفاتbrilliancedistinctionfamegloryprestigeradiancerenownsplendor

2. Shiny appearanceB1formal

   The visual property of a surface that shines with reflected light; a soft glow or sheen.

   لمعان

   • The polished silver had a beautiful luster.
   • Her hair had a natural luster after using the conditioner.
   • The gemstone's luster caught everyone's attention.

   المرادفاتbrilliancegleamglossglowradiancesheenshimmershinesparkle

   الأضدادdullnessflatness

3. Ceramic glazeC1formalart

   A thin, glossy coating applied to ceramics or porcelain to give a shiny, decorative finish.

   طلاء لامع

   • The potter applied a final luster to the vase before firing it.
   • This type of luster gives porcelain a metallic sheen.
   • The antique plate had a beautiful iridescent luster.

   المرادفاتenamelglaze